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Brokaw named to leadership role

Written by Lisa Ryan, Communications Lead | May 04, 2023

Jack Brokaw has accepted the position of Associate Executive Director at Wesley Acres, WesleyLife's Community for Healthy Living in Des Moines. 

Jack joined Wesley Acres as a Certified Nursing Assistant in summer 2021. A few months later, he enhanced his skills with a Certified Medication Aide designation.

Throughout this time, Jack began working on his Nursing Home Administrator license. He completed his Administrator internship at Wesley Acres, then passed the licensure test last fall and was named Interim Administrator.

Before joining Wesley Acres, Jack worked in finance and in retail management. He graduated from Drake University in 2018 with a bachelor’s degree in business administration. He enjoys bicycling and kayaking, and is active in his church. 

During WesleyLife Week in July 2022, Jack received the organizational Excellence Award for providing outstanding services and care to residents and embracing collaboration with fellow team members. We are delighted to welcome him to the WesleyLife leadership team!